Sounds from the Studio: Pittsburgh Is Craft 05 – What is Pittsburgh is Craft? with Rachel Rearick
In this episode of Sounds From the Studio, guest host Kahmeela Adams welcomes Rachel Rearick, the executive director of Contemporary Craft, to discuss the vibrant initiative, Pittsburgh is Craft.
Sounds from the Studio: Pittsburgh Is Craft 04 – How Wissmach Glass Has Kept Handmade Glass Art Alive For Over 100 Years
In this episode of Sounds From the Studio, host Heather McElwee sits down with Annabelle Javier and Jason Wilburn, the dynamic duo behind Wissmach Glass, one of the last remaining sheet glass manufacturers in the United States. They share their unique journey from diverse backgrounds to becoming influential figures in Pittsburgh’s craft scene.
A Pittsburgh Initiative Aims to Promote the City as a Craft Hub
Pittsburgh IS Craft, a new initiative spearheaded by Contemporary Craft, the Pittsburgh Glass Center, and Union Project, draws on the city’s industrial history to support craft artists.
Sounds from the Studio: Pittsburgh Is Craft 03 – Farm Kid to Glass Artist, How Jason Forck Found His Medium
In this episode of Sounds From the Studio, guest host Heather McElwee sits down with Jason Forck, a seasoned figure in the Pittsburgh glass community. With over two decades of experience, Jason shares his journey from a curious young artist in Kansas to the director of creative projects at the Pittsburgh Glass Center. Together, they explore the rich tapestry ofPittsburgh’s craft scene, discussing the significance of traditional materials like glass, metal, and wood in modern art.
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Announces Critical Seed Funding to Launch National, Multi-Year Initiative, Pittsburgh IS Craft
Pittsburgh – Today, Pennsylvania Creative Industries, powered by Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA), announced $87,000 in seed funding to launch Pittsburgh IS Craft — a first of-its kind, multi-year initiative with national reach aimed at positioning Pittsburgh as a premier destination for craft in the United States.
Sounds from the Studio: Pittsburgh Is Craft 02 – Building a Life as a Craft Artist, Justin Mazzei on Career, Risk, and Making
In this conversation, Rachel and Justin Mazzei discuss the significance of craft in Pittsburgh, focusing on the Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild (MCG) and its impact on youth through art and mentorship. Justin shares his personal journey to MCG, the values instilled by founder Bill Strickland, and the transformative power of art in shaping lives.
Sounds from the Studio: Pittsburgh Is Craft 01 – How Pittsburgh Became a Creative City with Airport CEO Christina Cassotis
In this episode of Sounds From the Studio, host Rachel Rearick engages in an enlightening conversation with Christina Cassotis, CEO of Allegheny County Airport Authority. Together, they explore the vibrant craft scene in Pittsburgh and how the city’s rich industrial history serves as a foundation for its burgeoning artistic community.